South Cliffe is in Thornton, Bradford and in Bradford district. BD13 3LE is located in the Thornton and Allerton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Cliffe, Thornton, Bradford, BD13 3LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD13 3LL, BD13 3JX, BD13 3LH, BD13 3JU, BD13 3LQ, BD13 3HS, BD13 3EW, BD13 3LW, BD13 3EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD13 3LE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 53.8% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 49.5% | 46.2% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.7% | 29.7% | -3.0% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 45.6% | 4.5% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 10.4% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 11.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.9% | 38.4% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 36% | -4.3% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 17.4% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 7.6% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.5% | 22% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 10.8% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 17.4% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 6.6% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 17.8% | 2.6% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 20.8% | -1.8% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.1% | 90.8% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 93% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 93.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5.5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Cliffe was 93.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.0% higher than the Bingley Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Cliffe has the 27th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bingley Rural and the 753rd highest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 South Cliffe, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,200 | 2020-11-12 | £171,186 |
| 1 South Cliffe, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2006-08-04 | £268,397 |
| 1 South Cliffe, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2005-04-25 | £139,373 |
| 14 South Cliffe, Bradford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 1998-02-06 | £333,435 |
BD13 3LE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund's Nursery School & Children's Centre Washington Street , Girlington BD8 9QW | 4out of 4 | 4,673 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 5,447 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canterbury Nursery School and Centre for Children and Families Basil Street , Canterbury BD5 9HL | 4out of 4 | 5,448 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Primary School Thornton Road , Thornton BD13 3NN | 2out of 4 | 450 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy At St. James Chelwood Drive , Allerton BD15 7YD | 1out of 4 | 1,952 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxhill Primary School Brighouse and Denholme Road , Queensbury BD13 1LN | 3out of 4 | 2,110 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Saffron Drive , Allerton BD15 7NE | 3out of 4 | 2,442 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ley Top Primary School Avenel Road , Allerton BD15 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,448 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckfoot Thornton Leaventhorpe Lane , Thornton BD13 3BH | 2out of 4 | 2,100 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Bradford Deanstones Lane , BD13 2AS | - not rated | 3,022 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Kings Academy Northside Road , BD7 2AN | 4out of 4 | 4,481 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Upper Heaton Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 4,494 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue Girls' Academy Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,513 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Allerton Academy Rhodesway , BD8 0DH | 3out of 4 | 3,098 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Girls' Grammar School Squire Lane , BD9 6RB | 1out of 4 | 4,258 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria Thornton View Road , Clayton BD14 6JX | - not rated | 3,078 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hazelbeck Special School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 3,238 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellow Heights Special School Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 4,477 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6RY | 1out of 4 | 4,624 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitley AP Academy Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | 3out of 4 | 4,915 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christophe's Coffee House | 381 Thornton Road | 60 yd | |
| Plenty at the Square | South Square Centre, South Square | 141 yd | |
| New Manzil Restaurant | 102-104 Market Street | 157 yd | |
| Lockwoods Sandwiches and Pies | 492 Thornton Road | 298 yd | |
| Masala Express | 504 Thornton Road | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Conservative Club (Bar Only) | Conservative Club, 383-389 Thornton Road | 60 yd | |
| The New Inn | 363 Thornton Road | 60 yd | |
| The Bronte Nook | 1 West Lane | 190 yd | |
| The Blue Boar | 354 Thornton Road | 246 yd | |
| The Black Horse (Bar Only) | 2 West Lane | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Delight | 498 Thornton Road | 298 yd | |
| The Deli Counter | 395 Thornton Road | 320 yd | |
| Thornton Fisheries | 413 Thornton Road | 320 yd | |
| Jades Chinese Takeaway | 409 Thornton Road | 320 yd | |
| Jenny's Tasty Baps | 451 Thornton Road | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | 510-514 Thornton Road | 298 yd | |
| Tesco | Thornton Road | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bronte Fitness Club (Closed) Thornton Road | health and fitness suite | 248 yd |
| Thornton Primary School THORNTON ROAD | grass pitches | 560 yd |
| St James Church Hall ST JAMES CHURCH HALL ST JAMES CHURCH HALL THORNTON ROAD | 568 yd | |
| Headley Golf Club HEADLEY GOLF CLUB HEADLEY GOLF CLUB HEADLEY LANE | golf | 818 yd |
| Thornton Cricket Club HILL TOP ROAD | grass pitches | 990 yd |
| Hill Top Road Recreation Ground (Closed) Hill Top Road | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.